Senior Radiographer

Northumbria Healthcare Nhs Foundation Trust; Ashington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is looking for experienced CT radiographers for a fulltime position. Responsibilities include performing radiographic techniques, participating in a department rota across various hospitals, and showing leadership in patient care. The role involves extended hours from Monday to Sunday and offers numerous professional development opportunities. Applications from diverse candidates are encouraged.

Benefits

Extensive health and well-being programme

Flexible working opportunities

Generous annual leave and pension scheme

Access to lease car and home electronics scheme

Professional development training programmes

Qualifications

• Experience as a CT radiographer.
• Ability to work in various locations as required.
• Commitment to compassionate and inclusive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Work between CT and general Xray departments.
• Participate in a department rota for varied hospital locations.
• Ensure high standards in radiographic examinations.

Skills

Compassionate leadership

Radiographic techniques

Team collaboration

Job description

To participate in the roster pattern, weekend working, out of hours and on calls.

Responsibilities

• The job role requires staff to work between CT and the general Xray department.
• The successful candidates will be required to work alongside students and assistant practitioners, and a mentor programme to aid student development is available.
• Participate in the department rota which is primarily duties at Wansbeck Hospital but includes some cover at the Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital out of hours and on weekends. Additional cover may be required at North Tyneside General Hospital, Wansbeck General Hospital, Hexham General Hospital, Morpeth NHS Centre, Alnwick and Berwick Infirmaries, and Blyth Community Hospital.
• Carry out all radiographic techniques and examinations to a consistently high standard, professionally and efficiently following department procedures.
• Undertake specialist areas of practice as delegated by the site lead / modality lead.
• May be required to work in any radiology department with appropriate notice, including community hospitals, and is expected to participate in shifts/rotas to cover a 24/7 service.
• Role model compassionate and inclusive leadership to shape a collective leadership culture within the trust, engaging, enabling and empowering others, coaching to promote ownership of learning and quality improvement, and facilitating team working and collaboration within and across departments and organisational boundaries.

Applicants who are members of the Armed Forces, and those who have a disability that requires support in the workplace (two‑ticks pledge) and who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed under the Trust's interview guarantee scheme.

We recognise the positive value of diversity and inclusion and are committed to a workforce that is diverse, equal and inclusive. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME people are currently under‑represented in our workforce, as well as other under‑represented groups such as LGBT+ and disabled candidates. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, hold a Gold award from the Defence Recognition Scheme, and support Apprenticeships, Age Positive and are a mindful employer.

Applicants who meet the Fit and Proper Person Requirements (FPPR) will require additional pre‑employment checks in line with CQC and NHS England statutory guidance.

What the Northumbria Way means for you:

• Extensive staff health and well‑being programme including access to our specialist Wellbeing Hub.
• Support and connection through a variety of Staff Network groups.
• A range of flexible working opportunities.
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
• Access to lease car and home electronics scheme (qualifying criteria applies).
• Opportunities to improve your professional development through our vast training programmes.
• Access to savings scheme via salary sacrifice with Northumberland Community Bank.

This is a fulltime post for experienced CT radiographers. With extended hours, Monday to Sunday there are many development opportunities. Northumbria Healthcare is dedicated to providing first‑class care to all its patients.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received.

"Please note, for Secondment roles before an application is submitted, please ensure you have received the appropriate approval and completed documentation required beforehand, as this may delay the process if an offer were to be made."